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SAVV HOTEL

Hotel in George Town

Situated in George Town, 2.8 km from Northam Beach, SAVV HOTEL features accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a shared lounge.

S
Sai
From
Canada
The hotel is well located , close to the clan jetties, walkable to most tourist attractions, close to many restaurants. The staff are very helpful and always smiling. The rooms were spacious and clean. One of them had an amazing view of the sea. Security is good. The pool is clean but small - good for dipping to stay cool.The lush plants nearby make it relaxing. We had a very comfortable stay.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,763 reviews
Price from
£60.02
1 night, 2 adults
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Cheong Fatt Tze - The Blue Mansion

Hotel in George Town

Housed in a Chinese courtyard-style mansion, The Blue Mansion offers boutique accommodation tastefully furnished with antique fittings.

R
Ricardo
From
Spain
Incredible place. the opportunity of sleeping in an Ancient Chinese building is unique. Breakfast was also super good (buffet and disses), also the swimming was very nice and peaceful. the staff was super nice and helpful You can reach everywhere in Georgetown on foot
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,196 reviews
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£114.52
1 night, 2 adults
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Eastern & Oriental Hotel

Hotel in George Town

Situated in George Town, 1.4 km from Northam Beach, Eastern & Oriental Hotel features accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a fitness centre and a garden.

D
Dr.Ann
From
Thailand
Great food with a fabulous view.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 3,391 reviews
Price from
£166.02
1 night, 2 adults
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Penang Marriott Hotel

Hotel in George Town

Penang Marriott Hotel features an outdoor swimming pool, fitness centre, a restaurant and bar in George Town. This 5-star hotel offers a 24-hour front desk and a concierge service.

C
Cecilia
From
Hong Kong
Excellent location. Our room was comfortable and spacious with complimentary mini-bar and all amenities including an iron/ironing board.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 154 reviews
Price from
£148.12
1 night, 2 adults
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The Edison George Town

Hotel in George Town

The Edison George Town is set in a restored colonial mansion with contemporary decor. The stylish guest rooms are furnished with a sofa and guests enjoy complimentary turn down service.

B
Briggis
From
Italy
A Dream Stay at The Edison – Penang’s Best Boutique Hotel! From the moment we arrived at The Edison, we were swept away by its charm and elegance. This boutique hotel, housed in a beautifully restored historic mansion, feels like stepping into a piece of Penang’s rich heritage – but with all the modern comforts you could ever want. The location is simply unbeatable: right in the heart of George Town’s UNESCO heritage center, making it effortless to explore the city’s colorful streets, historic landmarks, and vibrant food scene. The interiors are absolutely gorgeous. Every detail, from the grand entrance to the tranquil courtyard, has been lovingly preserved and tastefully updated. Our room was spacious, airy, and refreshingly cool – a perfect retreat after wandering through the tropical heat. The pool is a hidden jewel – calm, inviting, and surrounded by lush greenery. We spent hours there unwinding. And the complimentary all-day lounge? What a fantastic idea! Whether you need a quick snack, a cold drink, or just a quiet corner to relax, it’s always available and beautifully stocked. But what truly elevates The Edison to a class of its own is the exceptional staff. They are the very soul of this hotel – warm, professional, and endlessly helpful. From the front desk to the housekeeping team, every single person we encountered went out of their way to make us feel welcome and cared for. Their restaurant recommendations were outstanding, and they gave us wonderful tips for excursions that made our stay unforgettable. The Edison isn’t just a hotel – it’s an experience. It combines heritage, comfort, and a level of hospitality that is rare to find. We travel often, but few places have left such a lasting impression. If you’re visiting Penang, don’t even think twice. Stay at The Edison. It’s hands down the best hotel in the city, and we can’t wait to come back!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 169 reviews
Price from
£124.07
1 night, 2 adults
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East Indies Mansion

Hotel in George Town

Set in a restored private mansion, East Indies Mansion is located in the heart of UNESCO World Heritage Site of George Town.

M
Mareike
From
Belgium
very clean rooms helpful and friendly staff great location
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 477 reviews
Price from
£84.09
1 night, 2 adults
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Seven Terraces

Hotel in George Town

Located in the capital city of Penang, Seven Terraces is only within a 5-minute walk to the significant Goddess of Mercy Temple and the popular Penang Peranakan Mansion.

G
Georgia
From
Sri Lanka
One of the best hotels I've ever stayed in. The building and rooms were stunning and luxurious and had so much character. Gorgeous pool, restaurant - everything. The reception staff were SO friendly and helpful my whole stay - I felt so welcomed.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 370 reviews
Price from
£118.80
1 night, 2 adults
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Campbell House

Hotel in George Town

Campbell House is conveniently located a 5-minute drive from Penang Museum and is surrounded by a variety of local shopping and eating options.

N
NienTing
From
Taiwan
Very clear and great location with friendly staff.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 618 reviews
Price from
£88.12
1 night, 2 adults
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Aayu Chowrasta - 3 mins walk to Penang Road Chendul

Hotel in George Town

Aayu Chowrasta - 3 mins walk to Penang Road Chendul is located in George Town, 1.2 km from Penang Times Square and 1.3 km from Wonderfood Museum.

L
Laura
From
Ireland
Great location, easy check in, excellent communication. Market outside in the morning but does not create much noise. Nice big space, can walk to all old town tourist spots.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 36 reviews
Price from
£75.39
1 night, 2 adults
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Iconic Marjorie Hotel, Penang, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel

Hotel in Bayan Lepas

Situated in Bayan Lepas, 1.5 km from Hammer Bay Beach, Iconic Marjorie Hotel, Penang, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel features accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a fitness...

Y
YIH SHIONG
From
Australia
Clean, modern and well design. Location excellent for those who love the food in the vicinity. Close to airport ie 10 mins
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 44 reviews
Price from
£115.73
1 night, 2 adults
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Penang's best hotels with breakfast

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 44 reviews

    Situated in Bayan Lepas, 1.5 km from Hammer Bay Beach, Iconic Marjorie Hotel, Penang, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel features accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a fitness...

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 85 reviews

    Situated in Bukit Mertajam, 9.2 km from Sunway Carnival Mall, Holiday Inn & Suites Penang Prai by IHG features accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, private parking, a fitness centre and a...

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 44 reviews

    Located in George Town, 500 metres from Northam Beach, Marriott Executive Apartments Penang provides accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, private parking, a fitness centre and a restaurant.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 95 reviews

    Located in George Town and with Northam Beach reachable within 2.4 km, 88 Armenian provides concierge services, non-smoking rooms, a restaurant, free WiFi throughout the property and a bar.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 48 reviews

    The Millen Penang, Autograph Collection is in Georgetown, just 3 minutes' drive from the New Central Business District. It has spacious suites with free Wi-Fi.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 3,550 reviews

    Situated in George Town, 2 km from Northam Beach, Citadines Connect Georgetown Penang features accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, private parking, a fitness centre and a restaurant.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,193 reviews

    Set in George Town, 1.4 km from Northam Beach, The George Penang by The Crest Collection offers accommodation with a fitness centre, free private parking, a restaurant and a bar.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,194 reviews

    Set in Bukit Mertajam, 9.2 km from Sunway Carnival Mall, Citadines Prai Penang offers accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking and a fitness centre.

Budget hotels in Penang

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 30 reviews

    Featuring 3-star accommodation, The Bibik at 8 Clarke -NEW Entire #Unesco #HeritageHome is situated in George Town, less than 1 km from Rainbow Skywalk at Komtar and a 14-minute walk from 1st Avenue...

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,140 reviews

    Situated in George Town, 1.5 km from Northam Beach, 乔治市世纪酒店 The Century Boutique Hotel George Town features accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a shared lounge and a...

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,108 reviews

    Set in Bukit Mertajam, 13 km from Sunway Carnival Mall, FUHOTEL offers accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking. This 3-star hotel offers luggage storage space.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,441 reviews

    Located in Batu Ferringhi, 2.8 km from Batu Ferringhi Beach, Bahang Bay Hotel provides accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a fitness centre and a restaurant.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 2,001 reviews

    Set in George Town, less than 1 km from Northam Beach, OZO George Town Penang offers accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a fitness centre and a restaurant.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 3,155 reviews

    Located in George Town and with Tanjung Tokong Beach reachable within 700 metres, Jazz Hotel Penang provides concierge services, non-smoking rooms, a fitness centre, free WiFi throughout the property...

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 2,528 reviews

    Located away from the hustle and bustle of the city centre, Lexis Suites Penang offers accommodations in the scenic Bayan Lepas.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,879 reviews

    Located in Georgetown, Le Dream Boutique Hotel offers modern accommodation with free WiFi access. The air-conditioned rooms are equipped with a flat-screen TV, an electric kettle and a minibar.

Hotels in Penang that you can book without a credit card

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,196 reviews

    Housed in a Chinese courtyard-style mansion, The Blue Mansion offers boutique accommodation tastefully furnished with antique fittings.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 634 reviews

    Noordin Mews is a boutique hotel housed in a historical building in central Penang. It offers an outdoor pool and provides free Wi-Fi throughout the building.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 353 reviews

    Situated within the UNESCO World Heritage city of Georgetown, Coffee Atelier is a collection of 5 beautifully-restored shophouses dating back to 1927.

  • KB HOTEL

    Hotel in Kepala Batas
    No credit card needed
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 231 reviews

    KB HOTEL is located in Kepala Batas, within 25 km of Penang Bridge and 32 km of Queensbay Mall. This 3-star hotel offers room service, a 24-hour front desk and free WiFi.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 154 reviews

    Located in George Town, 2.2 km from Northam Beach, Wifi Boutique Hotel provides accommodation with free bikes, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.0
    Good - What previous guests thought, 113 reviews

    Super 8 Hotel @ Bayan Baru is set in Bayan Lepas, within 4.3 km of Queensbay Mall and 13 km of 1st Avenue Penang. This 2-star hotel offers a 24-hour front desk and free WiFi.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
    Good - What previous guests thought, 500 reviews

    Featuring 2-star accommodation, Garden Inn, Penang is situated in George Town, 1.2 km from Northam Beach and less than 1 km from Penang Times Square.

  • 22 Macalisterz Premium Suites by Flash Group features an outdoor swimming pool, fitness centre, a garden and shared lounge in George Town.

FAQs about hotels in Penang

A Palm-Lined Pearl

An island and part of the mainland make up the small Malaysian region of Penang, also known as the ‘pearl of the Orient’. It has long been coveted and the capital Georgetown has many elegant Colonial buildings. The observation deck of the KOMTAR tower – the tallest building – offers spectacular views of the town and surrounding mountains.

A funicular railway goes up to Penang Hill deep in the forest. Nearby Air Itam has one of Asia’s largest Buddhist temples - Kek Lok Si – lit by hundreds of lights at night. Another fantastic temple is Taoist Kong Hock Keong in Georgetown.

Penang Airport is near southern Bayan Lepas, and across the Malacca Strait is Pulau Jerejak, a peaceful island where trees merge into ocean.

In the much livelier north, Batu Feringghi is the largest resort, with lots of Penang hotels on the beach, plenty of bars and a night market. East, green mountains slope down to blue waters at Tanjung Bungah, where several high-rise hotels overlook the palm-lined beach towards the Floating Mosque just offshore.

On the mainland Butterworth is the departure point for ferries to Penang island, and has a bird park housing a large number of Malaysian species. Wherever you decide to stay, Booking.com has a fantastic range of Penang hotels and apartments to choose from.

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  • The Light Hotel Penang

    Perai
    From £115.87 per night
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,167 reviews
    Outstanding 5 Star Hotel. We can highly recommend this hotel. We extended 2 times because of the extraordinary service and overall experience. Very very friendly personal who made us feel at home right away. Everybody went the extra mile to fulfil every request we had. We have stayed in a lot of hotels the last couple of years but this one is very special and offered the overall best experience so far. The breakfast was a dream come true. The gym is very well equipped and maintained with great machines and a free weight area. The standards offered by this hotel can be compared with every 5 star hotel in Europe and the service offered is even better then most of the 5 star hotels in Europe. Lovely experience for us with lots of great memory's made. We will definitely come back! Keep the good service up and don't change anything!
    Guest review by
    Gianfranco
    Germany

  • Bayview Hotel Georgetown Penang

    George Town
    From £75.02 per night
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.4
    Good - What previous guests thought, 5,432 reviews
    My wife and I are very happy with the staff they were excellent, helpful and courteous. Front office Magdeline, Vanilla,Sri, Sada they are good we had an issue with our parking which was resolved within 30 minutes especially Vanilla and Sri smiling with attentiveness listening to us. We appreciate it very much. Jacuzzi and swimming pool was great. We walkabouts near the property alot and found many eateries and beautiful buildings and good food. Great walk and so many things and very safe to walk. It's a mixed of many old and new it's interesting. Venture out and find out more. Will stay here again in the future.
    Guest review by
    Charlotte
    Malaysia

  • G Hotel Gurney

    George Town
    From £207.96 per night
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,285 reviews
    The room size is very comfortable. Whether it is a double bed room or a twin bed room, it is very nice. This time we booked two rooms, one of which has an ocean view. The aunts were super happy. There will be ice cream to cool down upon check-in, which is very humanized. Next door is the shopping mall, which is very convenient. The room is cleaned very clean, and there is night service.
    Guest review by
    Xiao
    China

  • Hotel Sentral Seaview @ ​Beachfront

    George Town
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.0
    Good - What previous guests thought, 3,249 reviews
    The hotel was very nice we stayed a long time mostly because the reception staff were the best staff we have ever met at any hotel we have ever stayed in the world . Sal the receptionist was very kind and helpful 💛we will definitely be back to stay at this lovely hotel . Thank you Sal ! 🌸…And all the breakfast and housekeeping staff for all your kindness 10/10 🙏
    Guest review by
    nick
    United Kingdom

  • Hard Rock Hotel Penang

    Batu Ferringhi
    From £139.17 per night
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 3,343 reviews
    Nice staff. Especially for concierge team helped us a lot Thanks Arzul for helping us for the transportation ^^ Check in also fast and Great support from swimming pool bar staff We will back!!
    Guest review by
    Jarinya
    Thailand

  • Sunway Hotel Seberang Jaya

    Perai
    From £135.97 per night
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 797 reviews
    We had a pleasant stay, the room was so cozy my baby girl loved it. Will surely book this place again near future.
    Guest review by
    bala
    Malaysia

  • Iconic Hotel

    Bukit Mertajam
    From £91.81 per night
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 404 reviews
    I love coming here. The staff are so welcoming and helpful. Always a smile to great you. Breakfast is a must
    Guest review by
    Colin
    United Kingdom

  • Flamingo Hotel by the Beach, Penang

    George Town
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 966 reviews
    We liked the room as well as the beach. The commute from this hotel is very easy with Busses and also Taxi.
    Guest review by
    Vaibhav
    India

  • Royale Chulan Penang

    George Town
    From £127.46 per night
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 4,232 reviews
    Large and confortable room. Very quirt hotel. Conveniently located, close to a wide range of restaurants.
    Guest review by
    Alain RIVAL
    France

  • Hotel Malaysia

    George Town
    From £36.83 per night
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.4
    Good - What previous guests thought, 1,670 reviews
    Wonderful rooms, very coperative staff. Great location near to city centre, food stalls and attractions.
    Guest review by
    Hassan Hamid Siddiqui
    Pakistan

  • Lone Pine, Penang, a Tribute Portfolio Resort

    Batu Ferringhi
    From £91.44 per night
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 681 reviews
    Room, breakfast, pool, service, quiet atmosphere, beachfront location, nearby Freedom Hill hike
    Guest review by
    Emily
    Canada

  • MaliHom Private Estate

    Balik Pulau
    From £97.26 per night
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 121 reviews
    10 points all around. Super friendly staff. Perfect place to relax.
    Guest review by
    Chris&Yvi
    Germany

  • Hompton Hotel by the Beach

    George Town
    From £273.58 per night
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 3,712 reviews
    I liked everything at the hotel and the staff was really nice.
    Guest review by
    Guðný
    Iceland

  • Lost Paradise Resort

    Batu Ferringhi
    From £54.19 per night
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,357 reviews
    We got an Upgrade for Family Suit. Thank you very much.
    Guest review by
    Anna
    Germany

  • Ixora Hotel Penang

    Perai
    From £60.42 per night
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
    Good - What previous guests thought, 3,517 reviews
    Very spacious room. I booked the deluxe king room
    Guest review by
    Michael KH Ling
    Malaysia

  • Lexis Suites Penang

    Bayan Lepas
    From £111.74 per night
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 2,528 reviews
    Everything is perfect except the location
    Guest review by
    Ahmed Hesham
    Egypt

  • The Bayview Beach Resort

    Batu Ferringhi
    From £82.77 per night
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
    Good - What previous guests thought, 8,587 reviews
    Location ,Ambience, Hotel facilities
    Guest review by
    Sanjoy
    India

  • Eastern & Oriental Hotel

    George Town
    From £217.28 per night
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 3,391 reviews
    Great food with a fabulous view.
    Guest review by
    Dr.Ann
    Thailand

Planning a trip? Get inspired by reviews of cities in Penang

  • 10.0

    The food was the stand-out attraction for me; the variety,...

    The food was the stand-out attraction for me; the variety, quality and availability was exceptional. You can go from breakfast on the side of the street for 7 MYR all the way to Michelin-star restaurants (can't speak for them though!), but everything has it's charm. The weather was very favourable and everyone was welcoming. It is a popular tourist destination, so if you're looking to get away from other tourists I wouldn't recommend it, but there's plenty to see and do.
    Guest review by
    Toby
    Kenya
  • 10.0

    Batu Ferringhi, is a great place for a relaxing holiday in...

    Batu Ferringhi, is a great place for a relaxing holiday in the warm. The food in Penang is the big drawcard. It is great for chilling out and leaving the stress behind. The Night Markets are also great. Best of all is Long Beach Cafe, which is a market place which opens in the evening and has the best food, cheap as chips. Great restaurants everywhere. Dont forget to go to Ferringhi Walk and Bora Bora for Dinner. Food, Glorious Food.
    Guest review by
    Stephen
    Australia
  • 8.0

    Better than renting hotel room, car is parked right in front...

    Better than renting hotel room, car is parked right in front of door, should provide television & refrigerator & microwave, also with simple sofa, as the metal chair is broken, water pressure should be better with usage of water pump
    Guest review by
    Taufik
    Malaysia
  • 6.0

    What I liked:

    What I liked: The hotel was clean, the staff were friendly, and the location was convenient for getting around. What wasn’t the best: We stayed in a triple room, and the bathroom only had a single sliding door, which offered very little privacy. This setup felt unsuitable for multiple guests and made the stay a bit uncomfortable.
    Guest review by
    Punithevathi
    Malaysia
  • 8.0

    I stayed one night in Bukit Mertajam and overall, it was a...

    I stayed one night in Bukit Mertajam and overall, it was a decent short stop. The town has a quiet, local charm and isn’t too busy, which made it quite relaxing. There’s not a whole lot to do, but it’s a good place if you just want to unwind or try some local food—there are definitely some hidden gems when it comes to hawker stalls and small eateries. That said, it’s not really a tourist-heavy spot, so don’t expect major attractions or much nightlife. It’s more of a laid-back, pass-through kind of town. For one night, it was okay and served its purpose as a quick rest point.
    Guest review by
    KitsonL
    Malaysia
  • 8.0

    Perai is an Underrated Land to Explore which is a another...

    Perai is an Underrated Land to Explore which is a another Option Place to Stay to avoid Massive Traffic in Penang Island. Hotels, Food, Fast Access to Exit the highway and the Shopping Malls are within 5-8mins drive. Obviously money worth it compared to spending so much in our accommodation on the Island.
    Guest review by
    Head Coach Nasir
    Malaysia
  • 2.0

    Lift service was poor and shared with Cleaner and laundry...

    Lift service was poor and shared with Cleaner and laundry team. Delayed the whole process of the lift service which takes 20 to 30 minutes each wait. Noisy and the wall too thin. Can hear every movement of the children jumping and their walks running screaming crying till late nights from neighbours. Toilets are dirty and too small. No closet and plates.
    Guest review by
    Azura
    Malaysia
  • 10.0

    Nice place. Comfortable.

    Nice place. Comfortable. No big city rush, but many new shops & eateries. Good food, quite cheap. Friendly people. Got lots to explore, including the parks. Also not too far from Penang & Kedah, just nicely in between.
    Guest review by
    Sherina
    Malaysia
  • 6.0

    I like it because it is away from the traffic of Georgetown...

    I like it because it is away from the traffic of Georgetown on the one side and from touristic Batu Ferringhi on the other. A handful of decent restaurants supplement the many informal local huts, giving all levels of cost and quality for variable dining. All the local folk are courteous and kindly, though English is universally poor to incomprehensible. Excellent modern buses connect with Georgetown etc. on a frequent, low-cost service. Car hire is not expensive and a liberating device for island discovery. Pop-up Fruit stalls abound for an exotic breakfast in your hotel room or on the beach. Meridien Hotel has the cleanest beach!
    Guest review by
    Victor
    United Kingdom
  • 2.0

    recently stayed at this Airbnb, and unfortunately, the...

    recently stayed at this Airbnb, and unfortunately, the experience was not great. The house is located very close to a mosque, and the loud prayers start at 6 AM daily, which is disruptive if you’re planning to sleep in. The house is also much smaller than expected for a double-storey unit. The living room is cramped and not ideal for hosting friends. All the rooms are small, and the kitchen is equally compact, so don’t expect much space here. A major inconvenience is the smart key system, which turns off the electricity when you leave the house. This means you can’t leave any devices charging or keep the air conditioning running while you’re out for lunch or dinner. Plus, there’s no air conditioning in the living room, which makes the space uncomfortable during hot days. Communication was another issue. The owner does not understand English and only speaks Malay, which made communication uncomfortable for me. On top of that, there is a CCTV camera outside the car porch, and the owner won’t allow you to turn off the modem, so it feels like you’re being constantly monitored. I found this quite unsettling. Lastly, the water pressure in the toilet is low, which was an additional disappointment. Overall, this stay was not as expected, and there are better options available for the price.
    Guest review by
    andythewang
    Malaysia

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